Ellisras Matimba Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 10h 49m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Ellisras Matimba Airport
Ellisras Matimba Airport is a small airport in Ellisras, South Africa (ICAO FAER, IATA ELL). It sits at an elevation of 2,799 ft (853 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Babala Lodge Airport (ZA-0077), about 24.3 nm to the n.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FAERLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G655 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| JOHANNESBURG NORTH | Class G | FIR | FL110 | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all South Africa airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ellisras Matimba Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ellisras Matimba Airport?
The ICAO code for Ellisras Matimba Airport is FAER, and its IATA code is ELL.
Where is Ellisras Matimba Airport located?
Ellisras Matimba Airport is small airport located in Ellisras, South Africa, at an elevation of 2,799 ft (853 m).
Which airlines fly to Ellisras Matimba Airport?
Airlines historically serving Ellisras Matimba Airport include VivaColombia (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Ellisras Matimba Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Ellisras Matimba Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Ellisras Matimba Airport in?
Ellisras Matimba Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ellisras Matimba Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ellisras Matimba Airport is approximately 16.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ellisras Matimba Airport?
The nearest airport to Ellisras Matimba Airport is Babala Lodge Airport (ZA-0077), about 24.3 nm to the n, followed by Welgevonden Reserve and Marataba Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ellisras Matimba Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.